HB2860

DCS; independent oversight committee; sunset

Introduced·1/22/26
Introduced Text

Establishes an independent oversight committee to review the Department of Child Safety's policies and practices.

Arizona HB2860 establishes an independent oversight committee to evaluate the Department of Child Safety's policies, practices, and performance. The committee reviews critical incidents, systemic risks, and compliance with state and federal laws. It has the authority to request information, conduct site visits, and issue urgent notifications to state leaders. The committee is composed of members appointed by various state officials and operates with a dedicated fund. It terminates on July 1, 2036.

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Where it stands

Current
Appropriations Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

5 Yea

DRRRR

0 Nay

1 Not Voting

D

1 Absent

D

Calendar

Feb 19

1:00 PM

House Government

History

Feb 19

House

House GOV Committee action: Do Pass Amended, voting: (5-0-1-1-0-0)

Feb 16

House

House HHS Committee action: Withdrawn, voting: (0-0-0-0-0-0)

Jan 26

House

House read second time